Geetanjali Shree


Country: India

Geetanjali Shree, the pioneering Indian author, created a momentous milestone in 2022 as the first Indian writer to triumph in the esteemed International Booker Prize with her Hindi novel, Tomb of Sand. Born in Manipur in 1957, Geetanjali Shree emerged as an eminent feminist voice and accomplished writer in India. Through her literary brilliance, she fearlessly delves into the intricacies of female identity and sheds light on the challenges women encounter in a patriarchal society. Her remarkable influence is globally acknowledged, with the BBC recognizing her among the illustrious 100 Women, positioning her as an inspiring and influential figure worldwide.

Geetanjali Shree adalah seorang penulis India perintis yang menciptakan batu loncatan penting pada 2022 sebagai penullis India pertama yang memenangkan International Booker Prize yang terhormat dengan novel berbahasa Hindi-nya, Tomb of Sand. Lahir di Manipur pada 1957, Geetanjali Shree muncul sebagai suara feminis terkemuka dan penulis berprestasi di India. Melalui kegemilangan sastrawinya, dengan berani ia menyelami identitas perempuan dan mencerahkan pembaca soal tantangan-tantangan yang dihadapi perempuan dalam masyarakat patriarkis. Pengaruhnya yang luar biasa telah mendapat pengakuan global; BBC memasukkan namanya dalam daftar termasyhur 100 Women, menempatkannya sebagai sosok yang menginspirasi dan berpengaruh di seluruh dunia.

Appearing in

Main Program | Geetanjali Shree’s Literary Reflections

Geetanjali Shree, an eminent Indian author and Hindi language novelist, reflects on her literary journey. Winner of the International Booker Prize for her recently translated Tomb of Sand, she has …


Main Program | Transformative Journeys: Heritage Novels by André Dao and Geetanjali Shree

Andre Dao’s storytelling takes readers on a generational journey, immersing them in the rich tapestry of characters’ ancestry. Geetanjali Shree blends lyrical language with raw emotions, delving into the delicate …


Special Event | Cocktails with Shehan Karunatilaka and Geetanjali Shree at COMO Uma Ubud

Savor the session with complimentary coffee and snacks.Enjoy cocktails, canapes, captivating conversations, and the combined wisdom of our two acclaimed Booker Prize winners, Sheehan Karunatilaka and Geetanjali Shree. Celebrated for …